Clerk to Governors

Kingsbury Green Academy; Calne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free annual flu vaccines

Discounted gym memberships

24/7 counselling helpline

Annual Wellbeing Day

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working solutions

Health and fitness schemes

Pension schemes

Job summary

Kingsbury Green Academy in Wiltshire is seeking a highly organised Clerk to Governors to provide effective administrative and governance support to our Local Governing Bodies. The successful candidate will coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and produce accurate minutes, maintaining governance records with discretion.

This role also involves supporting governors in fulfilling statutory responsibilities and building positive relationships with school leaders.

Qualifications

• High level of organisation and professionalism.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Local Governing Body meetings and prepare agendas.
• Take accurate minutes and maintain governance records.
• Support governors in fulfilling statutory responsibilities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Confidentiality

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and professional Clerk to Governors to provide effective administrative and governance support to our Local Governing Bodies. The successful candidate will coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and documentation, produce accurate minutes, maintain governance records, and support governors in fulfilling their statutory responsibilities. This role requires excellent communication, organisational and IT skills, a high level of confidentiality, and the ability to build positive working relationships with governors and school leaders. It is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual who is passionate about supporting strong governance and contributing to the success of our schools.

Kingsbury Green Academy, part of Ascend Learning Trust, is a forward-thinking and ambitious 11-18 academy set in a beautiful Wiltshire location. Rated Good by Ofsted, we are committed to high standards, personal development and preparing young people for successful futures. At Ascend Learning Trust, our motto - Together we Belong, Believe, Become.- guides everything we do. We create a genuine sense of belonging and deliver a holistic, world-class education that opens doors for every young person, no matter their starting point. Our shared values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity shape our culture and inspire us to provide unmissable education and limitless horizons. When you join us, you become part of a supportive, ambitious community that invests in its people and develops high-calibre professionals. We foster kindness, inclusivity and high expectations, and we welcome colleagues who want to make a meaningful difference every day.

• Free annual flu vaccines
• Discounted gym memberships
• 24/7 counselling helpline
• Annual Wellbeing Day
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible working solutions
• Optional health and fitness schemes
• Financial
• Discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Excellent Pension Schemes, including 21.3% employer contributions for support staff
• Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes
• Career Progression
• Instructional Coaching for teaching roles
• Supportive performance development
• Apprenticeship and training opportunities
• Internal progression pathways
• Recognition and long-service awards
• Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful probation.